My Favourite Seth Rogen Films of All-Time

Not many actors have earned appreciation of Seth Rogen. Since the 2000’s, Rogen has become a beloved comedic icon. Whether it’s comical stoners, technology innovators or reckless police-officers, Rogen has portrayed several strong characters. Given the sheer number of movies he has made, making a top 10 list isn’t easy. Nevertheless, listed below are my favourite films made by an actor that deserves to be celebrated.

1. Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs is a legendary entrepreneur that my mother always loved dearly. I remember forming strong bonds with a mother that was a huge fan of a great entrepreneur that designed technology that changed the world forever. A huge fan of Apple, she would always praise a great entrepreneur that she considered to be inspirational. Obsessed with the iPhone, she would love to discuss a well-known businessman that stood in a league of his own.  My mother often believed that movies were an art that couldn’t honour an entrepreneur holding a precious place in her heart. In 2015, Seth Rogen honoured the iconic entrepreneur doing his jobs effectively in his movie “Steve Jobs”. In the greatest role of his career, Rogen portrayed a technology innovator that assisted Steve Jobs prepare inventions causing despair. This is the actor unlike you have ever seen him before: intense, charismatic and serious in his most memorable role. Rogen has spent most of his career playing goofy characters in raunchy comedies. With “Steve Jobs”, however, the actor took a step out of his comfort zone by playing a technology innovator that’s well-known. For instance, the scene in which Steve Wozniak has a tense argument with Steve Jobs over failing to admire the Apple team causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Steve Jobs” Seth Rogen’s best movie is its bold appeal. Viewers don’t need to be fans of Apple to appreciate it. It delivers a bold message about the cost of friendships in business which would resonate with everyone. A bold tribute to a great entrepreneur creating a lasting legacy doing his jobs effectively, it’s a riveting reminder about a great actor that has made iconic movies which are treasured in the film industry.

2. 50/50

Terminal illness has impacted my family. Several years ago, my family learned that our beloved uncle had been diagnosed with grim Cancer that caused sorrow. I recall that my uncle was a great person that looked at the world from a positive view. His sad death left my family mourning. As someone treasuring fond memories of an uncle that had a 50/50 chance of living, I adored “50/50”. Released in 2011, Seth Rogen’s movie captured grim terminal illness. In the most emotional role of his career, Rogen portrayed a supportive friend seeking to care for a terminally ill man facing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a rare chance to showcase strong emotional range he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Joseph Gordon-Levitt who is also amazing, Rogen created a portrait of terminal illness that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Kyle watches Adam shave off his hair after diagnosis causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “50/50” a classic is its appeal. Unlike most movies about Cancer, it tackles themes everyone would relate to. It delivers a meaningful message about illness which would resonate with everyone. A phenomenal portrait of illness causing friends to deteriorate, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actor manufacturing movies which audiences appreciate.

3. The Fabelmans

As far back as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to become a filmmaker. From an early age, I’ve been drawn towards the magic of the moving image as an art-form with power to deliver a meaningful message. During my childhood, I developed a passion for writing about movies that I found engaging. As someone who lives and breathes movies, “The Fabelmans” seems like the kind of movie that was made specifically for me. Released in 2022, Seth Rogen’s movie celebrated the legacy of legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg. In the most artistic role of his career, Rogen portrayed a Jewish friend that assisted a famous filmmaker facing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to step out of his comfort zone by playing a renowned artist that’s well-known. Working alongside Michelle Williams who is also amazing, Rogen honoured Spielberg’s legacy. For instance, the scene in which Bennie gives Sammy Fabelman valuable advice on how to prepare for a film is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “The Fabemans” a masterpiece is its message. The film delivers a meaningful message about sacrifices involved in dreams which would resonate with everyone. A fantastic tribute towards the art of filmmaking, it’s a breathtaking reminder about a great actor whose movies are definitely worth celebrating.

4. Superbad

Rebellious teenagers have shaped my identity. I remember forming a friendship with a rebellious kid in school that enjoyed engaging in activities with a high risk of danger. He was a brave kid that always enjoyed getting into trouble. As someone treasuring memories of a friend that behaved bad, I adored “Superbad”. Released in 2007, Seth Rogen’s comedy capturing rebellious teenagers facing tragedy. In the most comical role of his career, Rogen portrayed a police-officer investigating crimes committed by teenagers causing despair. Rogen has always had a sharp sense of humour, and “Superbad” showcased his comedic talents as an actor. Working alongside Jonah Hill who is also amazing, Rogen created a portrait of teenagers that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Officer Michaels investigates the crimes committed at a grocery store causing despair is one of the funniest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Superbad” a comedy classic is its message. The film delivers a meaningful message about friendship which would resonate with everyone. Unlike most comedies made about high school, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. A hilarious portrayal of teenagers that are rebellious, it’s a riveting reminder of a famous actor making memorable movies audiences consider to be precious.

5. This is the End

Doomsday disasters always fascinated my brother. I remember forming strong bonds with a brother that was fascinated with catastrophic doomsday disasters. He would always love to discuss the way doomsday disasters impacted the world today. As someone treasuring memories of a brother that was fascinated with the end of the world, I adored “This is the End”. Released in 2013, Seth Rogen’s comedy depicted celebrities reacting to a doomsday catastrophe. In the most comical role of his career, Rogen embodied an actor facing despair. It gave the actor the chances to showcase his sharp sense of humour. Working alongside James Franco who is also amazing, Rogen created a doomsday comedy that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Seth and his friends witness an earthquake causing despair is one of the funniest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “This is the End” a classic is its message. The film delivers a bold message about doomsday which resonates with everyone. Unlike most doomsday movies, it tackles themes everyone would relate to. A hilarious portrait of doomsday disasters that come with a price to pay, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actor making movies which deserve to be celebrated today.

6. Knocked Up

Pregnancy is a sensitive subject that’s rarely depicted accurately in movies. Hollywood has often built barriers against pregnant women whose struggles are misunderstood. In an industry avoiding lives of pregnant women that are messed up, it’s worth praising “Knocked Up”. Released in 2007, Seth Rogen’s comedy addressed unintended pregnancy. In the most quirky role of his career, Rogen portrayed a stoner seeking to care for a woman facing unintended pregnancy causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his sharp sense of humour. Working alongside Paul Rudd who is also amazing, Rogen created a pregnancy comedy that’s compelling. A powerful portrait of pregnancy causing lives of women to crumble, it’s a remarkable reminder of an actor producing unforgettable movies audiences consider special.

7. Long Shot

Seth Rogen has always excelled at playing comical characters that face tension. Rogen has built an image of being an actor that thrives at making comedies with a strong message. Rogen’s strength for making compelling movies about a long shot are clearly evident in his movie “Long Shot”. Released in 2019, Jonathan Levine’s comedy showcased the actor at his best. In the most political role of his career, Rogen portrayed a journalist that has a romantic affair with a president causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his comedic talents. Working alongside Charlize Theron who is also amazing, Rogen created a comedy that’s compelling. As strong as Fred’s love for his babysitter, it’s a brilliant reminder of a commemorated actor that has manufactured unforgettable movies which audiences treasure.

8. The Pineapple Express

Drug addiction is a painful process rarely depicted in movies with success. Hollywood has often ignored drug addicts that are misunderstood. Substance abuse is rarely depicted in movies making headline news. In an industry avoiding addiction causing stress, it’s worth praising “The Pineapple Express”. Released in 2008, Seth Rogen’s movie captured drug addiction. In the most hallucinatory role of his career, Rogen embodied a drug user facing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his aptitude for playing reckless characters. Working alongside James Franco who is also amazing, Franco created a powerful portrait of drug addiction.  A powerful portrait of a painful process causing stress, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has never failed to impress manufacturing memorable movies achieving success.

9. Take This Waltz

A common criticism often levelled against Seth Rogen is that he doesn’t take risks as an actor. Rogen has built an image of being an actor that is often typecast in raunchy comedies. This has left little room for surprises in the actor’s work. In a career lacking surprises, it’s worth praising “Take This Waltz”. Released in 2011, Sarah Polley’s romantic comedy found the actor at his best. In the most subtle role of his career, Rogen portrayed a conflicted husband in a broken marriage causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to step out of his comfort zone by playing a serious character. Working alongside Michelle Williams who is also amazing, Rogen created a romance that’s compelling. A captivating portrait of lovers in Canada, it’s a bold reminder of an actor with charisma whose movies always attract audiences to the Cinema.

10. Zeroville

Seth Rogen hasn’t always made great movies earning appreciation. While most movies the actor has made are appreciated, a few have left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “Zeroville” falls into the latter category. Released in 2019, James Franco’s movie was a disaster. In the most shallow role of his career, Rogen portrayed a commemorated film producer experiencing despair. Rogen brought his usual charisma to the role, standing out as the bright spot of a bad movie. Although “Zeroville” is a bad movie, it honoured Rogen’s legacy. As strong as Vikar’s desire to achieve Hollywood recognition, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated comedian with strong dedication that has manufactured unforgettable movies that I will forever treasure for inspiring me to achieve dreams of film criticism giving my life direction.